2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |